Mysten Labs

Sr. Software Engineer, Walrus Core

United States

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$150,000 – $225,000Compensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AI & Machine Learning, Robotics & Automation, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in systems and/or network programming, ideally in Rust, C, or C++. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required, or equivalent practical experience. Experience designing and developing systems in areas such as distributed systems, storage/database systems, high performance systems, or networking protocols is essential. Production experience managing production systems with a strong focus on reliability is also necessary.

Responsibilities

The Sr. Software Engineer will design, implement, and maintain the Walrus core, including storage nodes, client software, smart contracts, and toolchains. They will collaborate closely with research, cryptography, production, security, and Sui core teams to ensure the Walrus network remains secure, performant, and reliable. The role involves optimizing existing systems for scalability, efficiency, and reliability, as well as integrating new features and technologies in collaboration with other teams at Mysten Labs.

Skills

Rust
C++
Distributed Systems
Consensus Protocols
Storage Systems
High Performance Systems
Networking Protocols
System Monitoring
Reliability

Mysten Labs

Develops blockchain infrastructure and programming tools

About Mysten Labs

Mysten Labs focuses on enabling true digital ownership through the development of decentralized infrastructure and tools. They are creating Sui, a decentralized blockchain that uses proof of stake and offers scalable throughput and storage, along with Move, an open-source programming language designed for building smart contracts. This allows users to manage and interact with digital assets more effectively. Unlike competitors, Mysten Labs provides a wide range of products and services that simplify access to digital assets, while also keeping users updated with company news and job opportunities. Their goal is to make digital asset ownership accessible to billions of people.

Key Metrics

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2021Year Founded
$326.8MTotal Funding
SERIES_BCompany Stage
Crypto & Web3Industries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Remote Work Options

Risks

Increased competition from Ethereum and Solana in gaming and decentralized applications.
Cryptocurrency market volatility may impact Sui blockchain's adoption and stability.
Regulatory scrutiny could pose compliance challenges for Mysten Labs.

Differentiation

Mysten Labs offers a comprehensive suite of web3 tools and infrastructure.
Sui blockchain provides horizontally scalable throughput and storage for decentralized applications.
Move language enables efficient smart contract development on the Sui blockchain.

Upsides

Partnership with Ambrus Studio enhances gaming capabilities on the Sui blockchain.
Launch of Walrus Protocol strengthens Mysten Labs' decentralized storage solutions.
Team Liquid's MyBlue platform expands fan engagement using Sui's blockchain.

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